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Switzerland’s WWII Story: Navigating Neutrality in a Divided Europe | Jakob Tanner (#24)

Episode Summary At the height of Nazi power in 1942, Switzerland was surrounded—geographically and politically—by Axis-controlled countries. While the country maintained a stance of neutrality throughout World War II, that neutrality came with trade-offs, contradictions, and difficult decisions. In this episode, historian Jakob Tanner helps unpack what life was really like in Switzerland during the war. We explore the widespread fear of...

Unpacking Swiss History, Identity, and Culture with Diccon Bewes (#11)

Episode Summary: Understanding Swiss History and Culture In this episode, I sat down with Diccon Bewes, the renowned author of Swiss Watching, Slow Train to Switzerland, and Around Switzerland in 80 Maps. Diccon takes us through Switzerland’s fascinating history, exploring what unites the country despite its linguistic and cultural diversity. Expect to learn about Switzerland’s unique path to neutrality, the evolution of its famous train...